I got a quote for 8K sft retail from a construction company for around $120/sft, this includes site prep, utilities, metal building erection, exterior finishes, interior insulation etc (basically build the shell from scratch).

Big picture, however, I am building a plan and team to invest in strong markets with lower entry prices to BRRRR 5+ unit multi families.

I think your best approach is to pretend you are the investor yourself, calculate build cost (mortgage with interest) + Maint / cap expenses/ management fees according to your zoning and then compare that to the average rent in that neighborhood.

Start by analyzing deals, setting clear goals, and building a strong network.

I use a commercial insurance agent for my buildings, but for personal coverage, I buy direct from Progressive or go through PolicyGenius.

Looking to hear what you would do - I've heard of people targeting 1031 Investors to sell large portfolios or multiple buildings but have no idea where I would begin outside of asking a community like Bigger Pockets.

When it comes to creative finance, I personally lean more towards seller finance as I like getting to work with owners and building relationships with them.

We are excited to be here and cant wait to start building!

That is my hedge against inflation, and my slow term wealth build.

If you are using an FHA you should be able to use 70% of the potential rent from the other units in the building to count towards your income.